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Global sports company PUMA unveils two exclusive Southeast Asia motorsport jerseys to celebrate the Singapore Grand Prix. Inspired by the popularity of football-inspired jerseys in contemporary fashion, PUMA introduces the Scuderia Ferrari SEA Edition Jersey and McLaren Mastercard F1 Team SEA Edition Jersey. This exclusive SEA Limited Edition collection fuses motorsport culture with Southeast Asia’s rich design heritage. At the heart of the collection is a graphic language inspired by the Sino-Portuguese architectural style, whose distinctive art deco influences can be found across Southeast Asia. These visual cues are reinterpreted through intricate motifs that also draw inspiration from traditional crafts across the region, including Indonesian batik, Thailand’s Mudmee weaving, Vietnamese brocade textiles, Malaysia batik patterns, Philippine traditional weaves, and Peranakan tile designs.
SOURCE: PUMA MALAYSIA
SOURCE: PUMA MALAYSIA
Blending these cultural significant elements with the contemporary appeal of the jersey silhouette, PUMA creates a distinctive collection that celebrates both regional identity and modern style.
Cultural Engine: Unity in Motion
Both the jerseys pay tribute to the spirit of unity, the speed of progress, and the pulse of culture. Drawing on the thrilling intensity of motorsport and the global celebration it inspires, the collection channels the spirit of Southeast Asia, where traditions, colours, and creativity converge to create something uniquely powerful.
The Scuderia Ferrari SEA Edition Jersey launched on 1st August 2026 in Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia, followed by Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines on 15th August 2026. Available in “Club Red” and “Shoji”, the jersey features a tonal all-over print inspired by Peranakan heritage, complemented by intricate floral motifs.
SOURCE: PUMA MALAYSIA
On the other hand, the McLaren Mastercard F1 Team SEA Edition Jersey launched on 4th August 2026 in Singapore, followed by Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines on 15th August 2026. Available in “Espresso Brown” and “Black”, it features patchwork-inspired batik graphic overlays accented with signature McLaren papaya orange inserts.
Both jerseys are retailing at RM299 and will be available at PUMA’s official website here and selected PUMA stores.
Disney and Marvel Studios have officially slotted the highly anticipated Ghost Rider movie, starring Ryan Gosling for a worldwide theatrical premiere on July 28, 2028.
The announcement follows the film’s initial reveal at San Diego Comic-Con, where Gosling appeared onstage alongside Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige to announce his entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.While Comic-Con attendees were given a broad 2028 window, Disney has now claimed the late-July summer launch pad, a prime calendar weekend previously occupied by blockbuster hits like Deadpool & Wolverine and Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
The project reunites Gosling with director Shawn Levy (Deadpool & Wolverine), following their collaboration on Lucasfilm’s Star Wars: Starfighter.Screenwriter Jonathan Tropper has been tapped to pen the script.
According to Feige, the film materialized after Gosling brought a specific, comic-accurate vision directly to the studio.
“It was Gosling who had the vision,” Feige previously shared.“It was Gosling who had the pitch that won over Shawn, that had them come and pitch us this idea, which led to us on stage.”
The project serves as one of three Marvel titles slated for 2028, joining an untitled X-Men feature on May 5, 2028, and Black Panther 3 on December 15, 2028. An additional untitled Marvel project has also been penciled in for November 9, 2029.
We are still yet to find out if Gosling will be taking the helm of Johnny Blaze from Nicholas Cage or will he be playing Danny Ketch, another Ghost Rider who was introduced in the comics around the 90s, who also would’ve been the main Ghost Rider in the comics around the time Gosling was growing up.
Disney updated a number of theatrical dates for its live-action and animated films in addition to Marvel at D23. On March 10, 2028, Pixar’s Ghost Market will be released; on March 31, 2028, Tangled will be remade in live-action; on November 22, 2028, the animated feature Clay will be released; and on November 21, 2029, Coco 2 will be released. Additionally, the release date for Searchlight Pictures’ horror film Monitor has been pushed up to April 16, 2027.
Ghost Rider will officially hit theatres on July 28, 2028.
Calling all Yves (이브) fans! The rising solo act is making her way to Malaysia for the first time this November for her upcoming Asia and Australia tour!
Concert organiser Cult Of Ya recently announced Yves’ upcoming tour across Asia and Australia, which includes stops in Singapore, Bangkok, Sydney and Kuala Lumpur. The show in KL will take place at Vox Live Kuala Lumpur on 7th November 2026 (Saturday). Tickets range from RM160 to RM600, with 1:1 meet-and-greet packages available. The tickets will go on sale from 21st August 2026 (Friday) onwards.
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In case you’re unfamiliar with Yves, the star began her career as a member of LOONA (이달의 소녀). In 2024, she made her solo debut with her first EP, “Loop”, which brought massive attention to the singer and earned her a loyal following. This upcoming concert marks Yves’ first visit to Malaysia, so fans won’t want to miss this chance to catch her live. Here are all the details:
Visit Cult Of Ya’s official social media and website for more information on the concert and ticketing. Are you excited to see Yves’s first performance in Malaysia? In the meantime, check out her latest solo release, “Nail”:
POP MART opened the Twinkle Twinkle Farm Tales Pop-Up at Urban Node, The Exchange TRX. The first pop-up in Southeast Asia dedicated to the Farm Tales Series, the 11-day event runs until 23rd August, featuring the new collection, Twinkle Twinkle’s first appearance in Malaysia and signing sessions with creator Daxin.
For a limited time, Urban Node has been transformed into a playful Twinkle Twinkle farm. Inspired by the Farm Tales Series, the space brings the character’s signature rosy cheeks and star-shaped form into a setting filled with farm scenes and animal-inspired details, inviting visitors to step into the imaginative world of Twinkle Twinkle and its animal friends.
SOURCE: POP MART MALAYSIA
The new Twinkle Twinkle Farm Tales Series will launch at the pop-up on 21st August. Visitors can also shop a selection of pop-up-exclusive merchandise from 13th August, including T-shirts, plush bags, fridge magnets and more. Exclusive gifts with qualifying purchases will also be available while stocks last.
Twinkle Twinkle Makes Its First Appearance in Malaysia
POP MART Friend Twinkle Twinkle will meet fans in Malaysia for the first time on 20th and 21st August at Level 1 of The Exchange TRX, in front of Love, Bonito. A limited number of meet-and-greet sessions will give local fans the opportunity to interact and take photos with Twinkle Twinkle in person.
Meet-and-greet tickets will be available through a limited giveaway from 13th August to 15th August. Visitors who spend RM120 or more in a single receipt at the pop-up will stand a chance to receive a ticket.
Places and sessions are limited. The full appearance schedule and participation details will be announced through POP MART Malaysia’s official social media channels.
For fans in Malaysia, the pop-up offers more than a themed shopping experience. It marks their first opportunity to meet Twinkle Twinkle in person locally, bringing the character’s world beyond its collectable form and into a shared experience.
SOURCE: POP MART MALAYSIA
SOURCE: POP MART MALAYSIA
A New Collection and Artist Signing Sessions
Created by illustrator and designer Daxin in 2020, Twinkle Twinkle is known for its rosy cheeks, distinctive star-shaped form and endearingly curious personality. Innocent and warm, yet sometimes stubborn and adorably clumsy, Twinkle Twinkle tells stories of courage, love and longing. Through the character, Daxin hopes everyone can recognise a little of themselves. As part of the pop-up programme, Daxin will meet Malaysian fans and take part in signing sessions on 22nd and 23rd August.
From 13th to 21st August, visitors who spend RM99.60 on Twinkle Twinkle products in a single receipt at the pop-up will stand a chance to receive a signing ticket. Places are limited, with full campaign mechanics and results to be shared through POP MART Malaysia’s official channels.
Together, the new collection, themed environment and signing sessions offer fans a closer look at the creative world of Farm Tales and the stories behind Twinkle Twinkle.
SOURCE: POP MART MALAYSIA
SOURCE: POP MART MALAYSIA
SOURCE: POP MART MALAYSIA
SOURCE: POP MART MALAYSIA
From Singapore to Kuala Lumpur — and Beyond
Twinkle Twinkle began its Southeast Asian journey in Singapore, where Dreamstar Isle at the POP MART Resorts World Sentosa store became its first permanent home in the region. Now, the journey continues in Kuala Lumpur with a new setting, new stories and the character’s first opportunity to meet Malaysian fans.
Singapore’s multicultural landscape and vibrant city life have given Twinkle Twinkle a place where it can keep reconnecting with friends. Now, as it arrives in Kuala Lumpur, Twinkle Twinkle is bringing its unique farm tales to the city. In this world, there is no one right way to be a farm or a character – each character has its own personality and represents a different kind of strength. Here in Kuala Lumpur, Twinkle Twinkle hopes to meet and connect with local fans, bringing different personalities and energies together to spark new inspiration, new energy, and stories that belong uniquely to this city.
Malaysia will not be the final destination. Twinkle Twinkle will continue travelling to more countries and cities, meeting new audiences through experiences shaped by different cultures and communities.
Every new destination may inspire another story, and every first meeting may become the beginning of a lasting connection.
SOURCE: POP MART MALAYSIA
Twinkle Twinkle Farm Tales Pop-Up in Kuala Lumpur
Venue: Urban Node, The Exchange TRX
Dates: 13th–23rd August 2026
Farm Tales Series launch: 21st August
Twinkle Twinkle appearances: 20th–21st August
Artist signing sessions: 22nd–23rd August
Opening hours: In accordance with The Exchange TRX’s operating hours
The entertainment scene has lost another brilliant star. Hayden Panettiere passed away on 16th August 2026 (Sunday). She died just days before her 37th birthday (Friday, 21st August 2026)
The actress’s father, Skip Panettiere, shared the devastating news, saying, “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden.” The statement continues, “She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her — and to the millions who watched her onscreen.”
SOURCE: INSTAGRAM (@haydenpanettiere)
Skip also asked for privacy for the family as they process their sudden loss. The family also never mentioned the cause of death. The actress is survived by her daughter. Hayden, whose full name is Hayden Lesley Panettiere, began working in the entertainment industry as a young child, following in her mother’s footsteps. Her mother is soap opera actress Lesley Vogel.
After starring in various shows and movies, Hayden’s breakthrough role came in “Heroes”. The actress starred as the indestructible cheerleader Claire Bennet, spending five years on the NBC series. Her other landmark project, “Nashville”, premiered in 2012 and ran for seven years. Both roles earned the young star rave reviews for her acting skills.
Unfortunately, Hayden suffered in her private life. In her memoir, “This is Me: A Reckoning”, released in May of this year, the late star opened up about her struggles, including postpartum depression and alcoholism. She also talked candidly about being a victim of sexual harassment and domestic abuse.
Fans and netizens have since reacted to Hayden’s death, expressing shock over the sudden news. Many also paid tribute to the star, remembering her for her many memorable projects, including “Ice Princess” and “Bring It On: All Or Nothing”. Celebrities have also extended their condolences, including actress Selma Blair and Melissa Barrera.
We also extend our condolences to Hayden’s family and loved ones. May they find solace during this difficult time. As her family have yet to share the cause of death, we hope the public can respect their privacy and refrain from making speculations about her passing.
It’s the dawn of a new age as mutantkind officially checks into the MCU. After years of development, Marvel Studios finally unveiled the cast for the upcoming “X-Men” reboot, and we are X-cited to share it with you guys!
The reveal went down at D23 in Anaheim over the weekend, closing out Friday night’s Disney Entertainment Showcase with Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige leading the charge. Honestly, it felt like Marvel knew exactly how long fans had been waiting. Director Jake Schreier joined him onstage alongside the cast members who made the trip.
Source: Marvel.com
Now, if you’re wondering or a little confused about this new team, because there’s already an X-Men lineup showing up in “Avengers: Doomsday,” don’t worry. The two are separate. This reboot arrives after “Secret Wars,” while “Doomsday” belongs to the Fox-era X-Men, Sir Ian McKellen, Patrick Stewart, Alan Cumming, and James Marsden among them, who get one last outing together before the torch actually changes hands. Tidy sequencing on Marvel’s part, closing one era properly before quietly opening the next.
So, without further ado, here’s who’s checking into the new X-Mansion.
Sadie Sink is Jean Grey
Sadie Sink is Jean Grey
Now, this one wasn’t exactly a shock. Sink already stepped into the shoes of Jean Grey in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.”
Indeed, her casting in “Brand New Day” was one of the worst-kept secrets that Marvel still somehow managed to keep completely under wraps. Nobody outside the production could confirm who she was actually playing. Fan theories ran wild for months; everything from Jean Grey to the monstrous Shathra to another take on Mary Jane Watson got floated, and Marvel let all of it simmer without a single official confirmation. It wasn’t until the film actually hit theatres on 31st July that the guessing game finally ended.
Naturally, Feige used her existing appearance as the natural bridge into the announcement, bringing her out first before pivoting the whole panel into the X-Men reveal proper.
It’s just the start for Jean, but one can’t help but wonder about the potential of another Dark Phoenix attempt. After all, The Dark Phoenix arc is one of the most beloved storylines in the X-Men library, and also one that Fox never quite nailed on the big screen twice over. And we’re keen to see what Marvel wants this version to build rather than arrive fully formed in an X-plosion.
Kit Connor is Cyclops
Kit Connor is Scott Summers aka Cyclops
The “Heartstopper” star takes the visor as Scott Summers, becoming the fourth actor to play Cyclops in live-action after James Marsden, Tim Pocock and Tye Sheridan. This casting had already been announced a couple of weeks before D23, so it played more like a formality than a surprise. Indeed, fans have had laser focus on this one for a while.
What’s actually interesting here is the age. Connor is 22, which is young even by superhero movie standards, and it hints at how youthful Marvel wants this iteration of the team to feel. It also gives us hope that Marvel is finally serious about putting Cyclops front and centre, something the Fox films never quite managed. He spent that whole era getting sidelined for a certain six-clawed hero, then got killed off entirely by the third movie. Here’s hoping this version leans closer to the fearless leader we got in “X-Men ’97,” the guy actually running the team, not just standing near the guy who is.
Also, fingers crossed he’ll meet Wiccan at some point. As that would stop our hearts,..
Christopher Abbott is Professor X
Christopher Abbott as Charles Xavier aka Professor X
The role of Professor Charles Xavier goes to Christopher Abbott, an actor better known for prestige indie work like “Sanctuary” than four-quadrant blockbusters. Expect a Professor X who’s less “wise mentor in a robe” and more a man quietly wrestling with how far he’s willing to go to protect his people.
There’s a fun bit of trivia buried in this casting too. Abbott and Adam Driver actually got their starts together on HBO’s “Girls,” playing exes Charlie and Adam back in the early 2010s. Now they’re mentor and villain in a Marvel movie, which is the kind of casting-department in-joke we’re always here for.
Recent comic runs have leaned into a version of Xavier who makes genuinely uncomfortable choices for the greater good of mutantkind, rather than the saintly figure Patrick Stewart made famous. Abbott, given his track record playing morally slippery characters, feels built for that read.
Samara Weaving is Emma Frost
Samara Weaving is Emma Frost
Weaving is having an enormous 2026, and now she’s adding the diamond-skinned, permanently unbothered Emma Frost to the pile. Emma has never sat neatly on the hero-or-villain side of the ledger in the comics, which suits an actress who’s built a career on characters who are dangerous, funny, and completely in control of a room at the same time. Expect Frost to give the whole cast a frosty reception before warming up.
It remains to be seen exactly which version of Emma we’re getting. Does she start as a villain, running with the Hellfire Club and its whole scheming, high society menace? Or does Marvel skip straight to the version who ends up teaching at the school? Either direction works on paper, but it’s a genuinely open question right now.
What we do know is that Emma has never gotten her proper due onscreen. Fox’s films flattened her into little more than a diamond party trick, all the icy one-liners and none of the actual telepathic firepower or the layered, self-serving personality that makes her one of the more compelling X-Men on the page. It’s about time someone got the character right- powers, personality and all- and we genuinely think Samara is the actress to do it. It’s simply perfect casting.
Inde Navarrette is Rogue
Inde Navarette is Anne Marie aka Rogue
Yes, yes, yes! Please do that! Here’s where D23 actually surprised people. Navarrette, fresh off her breakout in “Obsession”, had been widely tipped for Mystique. Instead, Marvel handed her Rogue, making her only the second actress to play the character in a live-action film.
Rogue is a character defined by what she can’t do, touch anyone without absorbing their memories, their powers, sometimes their whole personality for a while. That’s a lot of isolation and physical tension to build a performance around, and it’s a meatier assignment than Mystique would have been. No pressure, no touching, no problem.
There’s also chatter in the rumour mill about Rogue eventually popping up in a “Captain Marvel” sequel, which we can’t independently confirm, but it’s a tantalising thread if Marvel actually pulls it off. In the comics, Rogue’s first big power grab was draining Carol Danvers of her flight, strength and energy projection almost permanently, which is a big part of why Rogue’s kit ended up so overloaded in the first place. A live-action version of that storyline, done properly, would give Rogue a genuinely dangerous, tragic edge instead of just a fun touch-of-death gimmick.
Maya Boyd is Storm
Maya Boyd is Ororo Munroe, aka Storm
Ororo Munroe goes to Maya Boyd, closing out weeks of fan casting. Storm carries a specific kind of weight among the X-Men. She’s led multiple team line-ups in the comics and remains one of the few Black women to headline a mainstream superhero franchise, which means this casting was always going to get picked apart more closely than most. Boyd now has to walk into that conversation and make the role her own, storm clouds and all.
One thing worth keeping an eye on, purely as speculation for now. Before D23, Storm had also been floated as a possible addition to “Black Panther 3,” with Ryan Coogler’s name attached to some of that chatter. That rumour was never confirmed, and Boyd’s casting has landed her with the X-Men instead, so there’s no official crossover plan on the table.
Still, with both films sharing the same 2028 window, and Black Panther 3 bringing back Prince T’Challa II, now grown up and played by David Jonsson rather than the child we met in “Wakanda Forever,” it’s easy to imagine Marvel finding a reason to let Wakanda and the mansion cross paths eventually.
Adam Driver is Mister Sinister
Adam Driver is Nathaniel Essex aka Mister Sinister
Marvel’s other big swing is Adam Driver as Mister Sinister. He appeared via a prerecorded video, alone on an empty soundstage at Pinewood, and opened by telling the crowd he and Feige had been talking for years about finding him the right MCU role.
Then came the bit. Onscreen, Marvel never actually said “Sinister.” Driver joked he’d be playing Magneto, let it sit for a beat, then corrected himself to reveal his character’s name as Nathaniel Milbury, a longstanding comics alias for Nathaniel Essex. Comic readers clocked it instantly. He closed it out by explaining he’d assumed “showing up for X-Men” meant flying out to California, so instead he’d just be sitting there, alone, waiting for everyone else to arrive.
Indeed, this marks Sinister’s live-action debut after Fox actually teased this exact character a decade ago, in the “Essex Corp” post-credits scene at the end of “X-Men: Apocalypse,” where mysterious agents were shown collecting vials of mutant blood for a Sinister-centric future that never materialised. Ten years and a studio merger later, Driver’s reveal finally pays that thread off.
For readers who don’t follow the comics, here’s why the name matters beyond the fake-out. In the source material, Sinister spent decades hiding behind aliases exactly like this one, and at one point ran an orphanage where a young Scott Summers grew up as an unknowing test subject. If the film follows that thread even loosely, it ties Cyclops and Sinister together in a much more personal way than the usual hero-meets-villain setup, which would give this first outing some actual emotional stakes rather than just a mad scientist to punch.
Sinister in the comics is a Victorian-era geneticist who became obsessed with mutation and was eventually transformed into a near-immortal being by Apocalypse himself. His powers span telepathy, shapeshifting, cellular regeneration and teleportation, so the film has a villain with real range rather than a single gimmick to lean on.
To us, our X-Men indeed.
Still on our radar are castings for Beast, Magneto, Gambit and whoever else Marvel is quietly still working the phones on. We’ll keep our claws sharpened for any new updates when they come around.
There’s a new concert venue in the Klang Valley, and it has already confirmed its first K-Pop event! Introducing the Inspire Live Arena, the new multi-functional venue located in IOI Mall Damansara with easy MRT access.
Over the weekend, Inspire Live Arena opened its doors, making its debut as Malaysia’s newest indoor multi-functional hall. The venue is located on the 3A Floor of IOI Mall Damansara, which also boasts direct MRT access via the Kajang Line (Surian MRT Station). The venue is developed and operated by Superstar Arena Holding Sdn Bhd, the same team behind Idea Live Arena.
According to the official website, the venue can hold over 5,000 people at a time, in seated and standing configurations. The automated retractable seating system can also transform the main floor to adapt to any event format, including concerts and exhibitions. Thanks to its location inside IOI Mall Damansara, Inspire Live Arena also has access to a wide range of dining, retail and accommodation options.
Following its official launch, Inspire Live Arena has confirmed its first event. iMe Malaysia has announced that Idol Radio Live in Kuala Lumpur will take place at the venue on 3rd October 2026 (Saturday). Idol Radio Live is the offline concert series hosted by MBC Radio’s “Idol Radio” radio show. The programme is currently hosted by The Boyz (더보이즈) members Sunwoo (선우) and Eric (에릭).
iMe Malaysia will announce the artist lineup at a later date. However, based on previous Idol Radio Live concerts, the lineup will include the show’s hosts and several other K-Pop groups. Past performers include The Boyz, P1Harmony (피원하모니), izna (이즈나), 2PM (투피엠) and Highlight (하이라이트). Fans can also expect special stages and solo performances from the hosts. Here’s what we know about the event so far:
Stay tuned to iMe Malaysia’s official social media for more information on the concert. For more details on Inspire Live Arena, check out its official website and social media pages. Are you excited for Idol Radio and this new concert venue?
